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Been taking a 1mg dosage of finesteride for two months and am still experiencing hair loss. how long does it generally take to see a reversal?

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Propecia (finasteride): If you see no improvement at day 90 then it is not working for you and most likely will not work for you.

Answered 5/1/2013

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A member asked:

Been taking a 1mg dosage of finesteride for two months and am still experiencing hair loss. how long does it generally take to see a reversal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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